Digital News Editor: SEO, Headlines & Web Strategy

Nashville Public Radio; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Public Radio is seeking a Website Editor to join the digital production team. This role will manage site layout for LancasterOnline, optimize headlines and apply SEO best practices to enhance digital engagement. The ideal candidate will collaborate with reporters, aggregate content, and generate original pieces tailored for Lancaster County's audience.

A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field is required, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in CMS and SEO tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Journalism or related field is required.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including adaptability across platforms.
• Proficient in a content management system (CMS) for publishing digital content.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute site layout for LancasterOnline.
• Write and optimize headlines with strong news judgment.
• Apply SEO best practices to maximize digital reach.
• Generate original and digital-first content.
• Collaborate with reporters to break news effectively online.

Skills

SEO best practices

Strong news judgment

Content management system (CMS)

Collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, communications or related field

Tools

Google Analytics

Microsoft Office

Social media management tools

Job description

Nashville Public Radio is seeking a Website Editor to join the digital production team. This role will manage site layout for LancasterOnline, optimize headlines and apply SEO best practices to enhance digital engagement. The ideal candidate will collaborate with reporters, aggregate content, and generate original pieces tailored for Lancaster County's audience.

A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field is required, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in CMS and SEO tools.